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Old Jul 21, 2019 | 05:24 AM
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I guess the subject says it all. I'm looking to purchase about a yard of Kalahari leather for a project. Could someone point me in the right direction?

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I forgot to mention that I already tried Joann's Fabrics.

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Old Jul 21, 2019 | 09:30 AM
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I would try a GM dealer body shop. Maybe they can order a piece direct from GM under the pretense that they have to replace it on the car? Just a thought.
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That's a terrific idea.

Thanks.

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If it doesn't have a part number, a dealer won't be able to order it. Apsis or Caravaggio has sources for that stuff, but I'm skeptical that they'd sell raw materials. It's worth a try though.
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Try a local auto upholsterer. They may have swatches, samples or catalogs which they use to source materials.

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Hmmm, never thought of that.

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If it doesn't have a part number, a dealer won't be able to order it. Apsis or Caravaggio has sources for that stuff, but I'm skeptical that they'd sell raw materials. It's worth a try though.
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Great idea, thanks.

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